Yesterday afternoon, legendary radio host Michael Corbin, passed away in Denver, Colorado, following a massive stroke that had left him in a coma since Monday.

Corbin might well be called the father of alternative news, both in radio and on the internet. Beginning in the 1980s with FIDONet, Corbin refused to accept mainstream media spin, choosing instead to dig into first hand accounts from news-watchers all over the world. It was through FIDOnet, that Corbin met Indira Singh; and it was through Singh that Derek and I grew to know and appreciate Corbin's work.

Through FIDONet, followed by ParaNet BBS and the ParaNet Continuum Radio Program(which eventually became A Closer Look in 2002), Corbin connected disturbing dots and revealed hidden truths not only about UFO conspiracies but also about government conspiracies -- as well as the spiritual battle interweaving both.

Somehow, the internet won't seem the same without new insights from Corbin's quick mind. Archives of his hundreds of interviews are available at 4acloserlook.com. This astounding body of work is Michael's gift to us. Though Corbin's passing leaves a tremendous wake in the world, his legacy will live on and on."